1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1978 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 396 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Triumph Dolomite (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | 500 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 56 L |
